Landlords could historically end an AST by serving a Section 21 notice without giving a reason. The Renters' Rights Act abolished Section 21 from 1 May 2026, and only notices served on or before 30 April 2026 remain valid. Possession now relies on Section 8 grounds.
Lettings term
Section 21
The no-fault eviction notice used by landlords, being abolished.
Related lettings terms
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AST
The standard UK residential tenancy agreement.
Section 8
Grounds-based possession notice for breach of tenancy.
Service charge
Annual fee to cover shared-area maintenance in apartment buildings.
Tenant in Situ
A property sold with an existing tenant in place.
Void
Period when a property is empty between tenancies.
Article 4
Council direction restricting conversion of homes to HMOs.
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